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The Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Meeker County as of October 11, 2023.
News release by Allison Wright
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"No Mow May" might help pollinators, but can cause problems down the line for your lawn. You can still help both.
News release by Karen Johnson
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Food and nutrition projects are growing, thanks to Extension’s judges, volunteers, donors and curious young minds.
If you have included geraniums in your garden this year, you can bring them indoors to save for next year’s garden.
![A polka dotted and brightly colored spotted lanternfly.](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/spotted-lantern-fly-underwing.jpg?h=51327a57&itok=gzy8N8R5)
Early detection of invasive species can make a big difference to the success of early management efforts. Though not seen in Minnesota yet, this insect has been spotted in Iowa and could be headed here.
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Ways to help manage heat stress in young calves.